Welcome to the premier source for discovering and enjoying great live music in small, intimate venues!
We connect you with the thousands of talented musicians out there that have opted out of the traditional music industry and joined the growing DIY (do it yourself) movement. These artists generate most of their income from live shows - traveling across the United States (and around the world) to bring their music to fans in house concerts, listening rooms, coffeehouses, public libraries, vineyards, cafes & restaurants and other small venues.
Let us help you discover talented new artists and hard-to-find places near you to enjoy great live music.
Whimsical songwriter Deb Seymour is a master musical storyteller whose songs range from hitch-hiking chickens & tango-dancing Martians to blues-influenced torch songs. Laughter is the best medicine!
"Alice's music has that great combination of earthiness and groove that keeps it funky from the inside out. She's for real." Bonnie Raitt.
"...sublime songwriting and breathtaking vocals...a singer of remarkable quality." MusicNews.com
HLH delves into inspired songwriting and sparse arrangements. Frisson-inducing harmonies mark their music. Limned with nostalgia, soaked in Southern gothic lore, the duo meticulously assembles songs to preserve the spirit of the stories they tell.
“When you combine the transcendent poetry of Bob Dylan with the gritty, real-world rock-n-roll storytelling that Bruce Springsteen made so famous, and then add a dash of the political activism embod
“... vocals shine with the energy befitting a Broadway musical - the acoustic compositions are enchanting and the lyrical tales make the best of the human experience.” - Americana Highways
Jason Harrod is an award-winning singer-songwriter known for his melodic, poetic lyrics and cinematic travelogues of belonging and alienation. With over 20 years of experience, his work is rich in quirky narratives and emotional detail.
"I think of Carolann Solebello as a painter with words. An illustrator could have a field day with the imaginative storytelling [in this] book of tales... she shows off some major chops." ~ Richard Cuccaro, Acoustic Live in NYC
Western Skies is a state of mind, thoughtfully crafting songs you can live your life by. Imagine Crosby, Stills & (a female) Nash with Jimi Hendrix on lead guitar and you've got a pretty good idea.
Jim Richardson is a folk/country/rock singer-songwriter from Charlottesville, Va. Fans of John Prine, Bob Dylan, Todd Snider, and Robert Earl Keen will find a lot to like at one of his shows.
Jeff Lane is an authentic East Tennessee singer/songwriter who performs lots of live shows in his regions (mostly fun cover shows) featuring his big warm vocals and seasoned acoustic guitar style. Jeff is also know for his "porch board" stompin'!
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House of Hamill puts on a show that captivates audiences.
HLH delves into inspired songwriting and sparse arrangements. Frisson-inducing harmonies mark their music. Limned with nostalgia, soaked in Southern gothic lore, the duo meticulously assembles songs to preserve the spirit of the stories they tell.
Gillian sings stories where Americana meets folk and steeps into soul, where finger picking builds and swells and gets slapped back to silence. She calls it full-bodied folk.
"Alice's music has that great combination of earthiness and groove that keeps it funky from the inside out. She's for real." Bonnie Raitt.
"...sublime songwriting and breathtaking vocals...a singer of remarkable quality." MusicNews.com
Turtle Cafe (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Durango, CO
Held at the Mountain Breeze Campground in New Braunfels, Texas, come and be a part of a memorable experience with three days filled with music and three nights spent camping under the stars along the serene Guadalupe River.
Singer-songwriter Dan Strauss has been performing for over twenty years with his trademark melodic storytelling and intimate vocals. Someone once said Dan's music felt like Jeff Tweedy being in the Beatles. That sums it up pretty good.
Indie Americana band, The Close, is a harmony-focused band who are as dynamic as they are intimate live and blur the lines between Americana/Contemporary Folk/Indie Rock and Country with a commercial Pop sensibility.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful songs of Singer-songwriter Judy Paster. She breathes life into each one with soulful lyrics & powerful melodies. Her music reminds us why the truth-seeking bohemian lifestyle bred by Americana continues to thrive.
Kerrville New Folk winner John John Brown is bringing giant comics, iconic photographs, and moving panoramas to the stage; weaving together storytelling songs and the visual arts in a live performance. His new show is titled "Songs, Stories &Art".
Stage 33 Live (Listening Room)
Town of Rockingham, VT
Cynthia is a self-taught musician who plays many instruments. As a solo artist, she has sold out many popular Southern California, venues and wineries. She also France seven piece band.
“Moran’s music is sweet, in tune, and hip in nature. ...Paul Simon combined with a bit of Hootie and the Blowfish… everything from slow and chill country to rock & roll that raises your blood pr
Celebrate the release of Everything Must Go, the debut album from Austin indie singer-songwriter Coralee. Join us for an evening of live music, featuring performances by Coralee, Anna La Mare, and Anthony Basini.
Calmes House Concerts promotes songwriters and performers of traditional and contemporary folk music in a living room setting and presents Americana Harmony darlings, The Close!
Chris "Poppa" Foster is a Tulsa based songwriter, pianist and singer who brings together his love of New Orleans piano greats, Memphis soul, Delta blues and Okie Americana.
"I think of Carolann Solebello as a painter with words. An illustrator could have a field day with the imaginative storytelling [in this] book of tales... she shows off some major chops." ~ Richard Cuccaro, Acoustic Live in NYC
